Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung ST150F

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung ST150F, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ST150F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FP1 scores vs the ST150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP1 and the ST150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and ST150F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FP1 will be behind in sensor innovation.